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Cameo in Mechanicsburg, PA

Cameo is a very cute, petite tricolor girl estimated to be about 9 months old. She was turned over to rescue by a breeder due to the pup having a heart murmur. When she first came into rescue she was quite shy and timid. She is still a bit skittish but warms up quickly to new people and surroundings and is a darling, sweet pup.

Playtime is her favorite and that could last all day. She loves squeaky toys. She is very curious and bright and is always looking for an adventure. Cameo currently resides with four Cavalier foster brother and sisters. She enjoys the company of another small playful dog or two. An absolute favorite playmate of hers is the family cat. They wrestle and chase all day long. However, Cameo needs a dog savvy cat and one that can escape when the wrestling gets to be too much.

Cameo has not been kid tested. Since she does take a bit to warm up, a home with no children or older children would be best. Her house training is going quite well. She has been accident free for the past month. Cameo has had limited trips in the car. She gets quite car sick. She is crate trained and sleeps through the night. She enjoys roaming the backyard and chasing birds, butterflies, bugs and pretty much anything that moves.

While in rescue, Cameo was seen by a cardiologist and diagnosed with a grade 4 murmur pulmonary stenosis. The cardiologist did not feel that her pulmonic stenosis warrants surgery at this time. She is currently taking Carvedilol twice daily. It is recommended that she be re-evaluated by the cardiologist again around next March to determine if she would be a candidate for surgery. She will continue to need regular cardiologist visits for the rest of her life. It is vital she go to a family who is committed to continuing her cardiac care so she can live her best life. Due to her age and her heart condition, she has not yet been spayed. She also has a small umbilical hernia and a retained baby tooth.

Cameo is a happy, loving little girl who needs a family who is committed to continuing with her care so she can live a long happy life.

If you think you will be a good fit to be a family for Cameo, please make sure you have an updated application on file and email Melissa MacMullin (cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com) to let her know you want to be considered.

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PA License 16547

Tofu in Enfield, NH

Meet Tofu, also known as “Tofutti Cutie” in his foster home! Tofu was born on July 16, 2024. This petite puppy’s enthusiasm for life knows no bounds! He greets each moment with excitement and is always ready for his next adventure. He loves to flop in your lap for cuddles between rounds of chasing the ball or playing tug-o-war.

Tofu requires an active family who can give him a lot of attention throughout the day. He is good at playing on his own – he loves to play “soccer” with his tennis ball or throw his toys around – but he is constantly checking to see if you are paying attention. He has picked a favorite foster parent, but he is a pretty equal opportunity love-bug.

He would love to be with a person or family who regularly adventures outdoors and visits new places and friends. Tofu would also enjoy something like agility or flyball. Another playful dog in the house would be fantastic, but Tofu would be fine solo with plenty of interaction from his owners. His family must appreciate a lap dog who gives lots of kisses.

Tofu came to the rescue because his owners could no longer accommodate his high energy needs. Tofu was raised with a toddler and was very good with her. We would recommend, however, that he be placed with older children because of his enthusiasm and exuberance.

Tofu knows sit, stay, down, and place, and is house-trained. He is currently learning leave it and drop it. We are also working on improving his recall – he knows what come means, but sometimes the world is just too exciting to listen.He is fed in a crate at his foster home as he occasionally tries to see what the others are eating.

Tofu is currently staying in a house with an older Cavalier, two cats, goats, and chickens. He is great with the older dog, though Tofu would love it if he were more playful. Tofu is learning to be respectful of the cats and does well, so he would be fine in a house with a dog-savvy cat, but not a frightened one, as he will chase. He desperately wants to chase the chickens, so he is not allowed to be free around them.

Tofu is crate-trained and sleeps in his crate in his foster parents’room at night. He also stays in it if his foster family is not home or occasionally if he can’t be monitored.

This little ball of energy needs a securely fenced yard for regular zoomies and loves to go on walks, though he is still learning to be polite on a leash. His foster home has a dog door, which he is learning to use, and he is great about letting you know he needs to go out.

Tofu is up-to-date on all immunizations and preventatives. He will be neutered while in foster care.

If you are searching for an energetic sidekick for all your adventures, Tofu is ready to go anywhere, play hard, and cuddle even harder!

If interested in adopting Tofu, and you have completed our online adoption application, please email the New England coordinator, Barbara Blanchette at: blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com. Please be sure you meet the requirements to adopt Tofu as outlined in his online profile.

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Archie in Frederick, MD

Here is the pup with his new dad…

Meet Archie, a sweet and gentle tricolor boy who is just 3 years old. He is very playful, happy, and loving. His tail never stops wagging! He is friends with everybody and rarely barks unless he’s startled. Archie is enjoying time with his foster parents and bonded quickly upon arrival. He is happy to be part of a pack with two other resident Cavaliers. He enjoys toys and loves to go outside but he is still learning how to walk on a leash.

Archie was given to us by another rescue group who got him from a commercial breeder, so we don’t know a lot about his background. He is a bit timid and cautious about anything unfamiliar; he might be hesitant about trying a treat he hasn’t had before, for instance. He’s learned how to go up and down stairs and is getting more confident each day as he learns the ropes.

Weighing in at about 19 pounds, Archie is neutered and up to date on vaccines and monthly preventatives. He rides nicely in the car and is housetrained. At nighttime, he sleeps quietly in a crate.

Archie will do best with a loving family who understands the commitment and time needed to care for a dog. He might enjoy another sweet and agreeable resident pup but this is not essential. He will need a securely fenced in yard.

See Archie playing with his buddy: Archie Playing!

Archie is being fostered in Frederick, MD. If you think your family would be a good fit for this sweet boy, please complete an online application (if you haven’t already done so) and then email Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com.

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Shannon in Cinnaminson, NJ

Hi everyone, please meet Shannon, part couch potato, part whirling dervish. Shannon spent her 4 years of life being used as a breeding dog in a commercial breeding facility. She was definitely overbred and without much human interaction. Her most recent litter of puppies was born with umbilical hernias. With that Shannon became a liability and not worth the cost of feeding. Fortunately she made it out of the mill, and after a few different stops at other rescues, Shannon eventually made her way to CR-USA. Things were looking up for Shannon.

Shannon is a beautiful healthy, strong 4-year-old Cavalier mix. Her mix is not known, but current foster Mom and Dad think she may have some Golden Retriever in her. She weighs approximately 33 lbs, and could stand to lose a few pounds. She is approximately 16” at the shoulder. She has a beautiful dark red coat and soulful brown eyes. She is heart clear, up to date on all vaccines and monthly preventatives. She is spayed and recently had a dental. She lost 11 teeth but has no trouble eating kibble. Shannon came into foster care with an ear infection which is now cleared. There are times when Shannon seems a little itchy so she received a cytopoint injection. Her forever family will need to monitor her for possible seasonal or food allergies. Shannon is fed in her crate. Shannon is completely potty trained. No accidents! Shannon is still very skittish at quick movements especially when she is up and investigating her surroundings. She is very quick and will bolt when reached for. That should subside once she is settled in her forever home. When she is resting on the couch, which is often, she accepts all kinds of affection and likes to lay her head in your lap.

Shannon came into CR-USA foster care extremely frightened and shut down. At her first vet visit, they could not complete the exam because Shannon was basically frozen with fear. No aggression, just terrified. With a little time and some medication, her exam was completed the next week. It is possible Shannon may need some medications to help with anxiety long term. She is not currently on any medications.

It didn’t take long for Shannon to realize that she actually likes being close to her foster family, which consists of two retired folks, three Cavaliers (all commercial breeder rescues) and one very dog-friendly cat. Shannon loves to snuggle close to her people and her three foster siblings. However, early on she had shown some mild resource guarding over toys which, unfortunately, led her to swallow an 8” rope toy in one gulp because another dog was nearby. As a result, during her spay, she also had the rope toy (still in one piece) removed from her stomach. She had an uneventful and complete recovery from the surgery. Her resource guarding has dramatically reduced, and there have been no incidents since mid-February. She will need to be closely monitored in her new home as she adjusts. Also, any toys need to be oversized so it is not possible for her to swallow them. Shannon also likes to munch on mulch from the backyard. So far, this has not caused a problem but we are working to discourage this habit and her new family will need to do the same if she has access to mulch.

Shannon has mastered stairs, and sit. She walks nicely on a leash but still needs a bit more focus. So many smells! Shannon spends a lot of her day snoozing on the couch with her people and doggie friends and would prefer to sleep in the big bed at night. She would be very distressed if she were separated from her family at bed time.

Shannon will need a home with lots of patience and love and very little alone time. She can be crated for a short time. She is not happy with this arrangement but it is necessary for her safety. No children please. Quick movements will startle her and children’s toys may look good to chew on. Another friendly dog or two would be required as she does follow the pack and loves to be part of the puppy puddle. She is good with dog-friendly cats as long as you or the cat don’t mind an occasional and enthusiastic game of tag. A securely fenced yard is a must, and the bigger the better as she loves to stretch out her long limbs with a good run. An AirTag is recommended, just in case. Shannon is a strong and healthy girl who could be a great hiking buddy or jogging buddy or even good for doing some nose work. The more exercise, the better.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Cinnaminson, NJ and you are interested in adopting this sweet girl, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application for her if you don’t already have one on file.

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Marco in Dillsburg, PA

If you are looking for the consummate companion, look no further! Marco is an approximately five to six year old male Blenhiem Cavalier.

Before coming to rescue, Marco was used for breeding on a Lancaster County Farm, but we don’t know much about his past. Marco adjusted quickly to his foster home. He absolutely loves being part of the family. He especially loves his foster “brothers.”

Like most Cavaliers, Marco is a Velcro dog. He needs to keep tabs on “Mom” at all times and is often found under foot. Marco is very amenable and doesn’t have a contrary bone in his body.

Marco is fairly small at 14 lbs and very healthy. He is missing a few teeth and takes his time to eat his food. His remaining teeth all look good.

Marco is not adventurous with running and jumping, but he will get the zoomies once in a while.

Marco wears a harness and walks well on a leash. He enjoys shorter walks, but could work up to longer ones. And, of course, he gets excited to meet other dogs on walks.

Marco adores his foster brothers and wants to go to a home with at least one other dog. He has anxiety if crated alone, but he enjoys being in a crate with his brothers. At night he sleeps on the floor next to the bed, but he would love to sleep in the bed if possible. Marco sleeps all night and isn’t disruptive.

Since his neuter surgery, Marco has had very few accidents in the house. He is content to go out every few hours, and his urge to mark has faded.

This warm-hearted boy deserves to have a peaceful home where he can provide companionship and love to his new family.

If you would like to adopt Marco, please complete our online application if you don’t already have one on file. Then email Melissa at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com so she knows you are interested.
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PA license: 16547

Izzy in Parsippany, NJ

Hello! My name is Izzy. I am roughly ten years old and came into rescue after being retired from breeding. It took me no time at all to figure out how to walk on a leash and use a dog door, and I am reliably house broken. I took some time adjusting to people reaching for me, but I am starting to realize people are great. I really like my foster mom, especially when she is eating, and will come right up to her to mug her for food.

My foster mom says I am the easiest foster she has ever had. I really enjoy sleeping in my dog bed when I am not eating. If it were up to me, I would lounge on the couch or my bed all day (except at meal times). I like to sit with my foster brothers and foster mom. I am not super cuddly, but I like to be with them all. I get along with the whole foster family, cats, dogs and a bird.

Since coming into rescue, I have been spayed, vaccinated, and had dental surgery that left me with only two teeth. It hasn’t stopped me from eating, but I struggle with harder things and will swallow it whole if given the opportunity. You will need to be careful if you adopt me to ensure all the things I eat are small enough I can swallow them safely.

I would love a home with another small dog I can play with when I am up for it. I really need someone patient and kind, who won’t be offended if I ignore them except at meal times, and if I run from them periodically when startled. A quiet home with a securely fenced yard is important, because I will take some time to adjust and may try to make a break for it initially.

I am crate trained and dog door trained. I haven’t had an accident in my foster mom’s house because she has a dog door. I am left out and sleep in my own dog bed overnight. I take time to adjust to new locations so a pen or a crate should be used to help me adjust initially.

I would be a great companion looking for a friend to just hang out with. I am no bother to anyone. The worst thing I do is follow my foster mom and nearly trip her because she didn’t notice me. She says she needs to put a bell on me. I enjoy walks, but I certainly don’t need them. My favorite hobbies are eating, sleeping, and walking around with a toy in my mouth.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Parsippany, NJ and you are interested in adopting me, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application if you haven’t already. I really want a family all my own and hope to hear from you soon.

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